We’ve compiled this list of resources in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you would like to submit additional resources for consideration, please send us an email.
General Resources
Kingston NY Mutual Aid Network
This ‘neighbors-helping-neighbors’ Facebook group assists with food, shelter, financial protections and many other resources.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/195204068593679/
Radio Kingston Community Fund
Here find more details on how to apply for funding.
https://radiokingston.org/en/content/community-fund
Relief for Artists
Programs and aid developed specifically for artists.
Arts Education Partnership
https://www.aep-arts.org/covid-19-resources/
Women Arts
Resources for women, grants.
https://www.womenarts.org
(510) 868-5096
New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA)
This network provides funding and health aid.
https://www.nyfa.org/
Cerf +
This site offers emergency resources.
https://cerfplus.org/
Alliance of Artists Communities
This site helps facilitate connecting artists within residential distancing.
https://www.artistcommunities.org/
City of Kingston’s Resources for Artists
(updated regularly)
https://www.kingston-ny.gov/covid19arts
Arts Mid-Hudson’s List of Resources
(updated regularly)
Various funding opportunities and support.
https://artsmidhudson.org/covid19-resources/)
Health
Ulster County COVID-19 Website Hotline
This site or number can direct Ulster County residents to local resources for health and protection.
https://covid19.ulstercountyny.gov/
(845) 443-8888
NYS COVID-19 website and hotline:
This resource offers health and testing advice.
https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home
(888) 364-3065
Mental Health
Governor Cuomo has established a free mental health hotline.
(844) 863-9314
Samadhi Recovery Community Outreach Center
https://samadhiny.org/
Food Security
Food deliveries and financial assistance to ensure individuals and families have access to nutritious meals.
Project Resilience (Ulster County)
Community fund and local food distribution.
https://ulstercountyny.gov/projectresilience
projectresilience@co.ulster.ny.us
Family of Woodstock
Offers housing assistance, food location, abuse protection, among other services.
https://www.familyofwoodstockinc.org/
(845) 679-2485
People’s Place
Maintains curbside food delivery based on appointment.
https://www.peoplesplaceuc.org/
(845) 338-4030
Hudson Valley Farm HUB
http://hvfarmhub.org/
info@hvfarmhub.org
Ulster County Department of Social Services (SNAP Program)
Electronically apply for food stamps.
https://ulstercountyny.gov/social-services/SNAP-%28Supplemental-Nutrition-Assistance-Program%29
(845) 334-5200
Arts Education
The D.R.A.W. (the art education program of MAD) has a Marking Time: Art Prompts initiative to stir your creativity and keep you inspired.
https://www.drawkingston.org/marking-time
Loans, Grants & Other U.S. Governmental Assistance
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Information on Paycheck Protection Program, EIDL Loan Advance, SBA Express Bridge Loans, SBA Debt Relief and how to apply for assistance from the US Small Business Administration.
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Information about SBA eligibility, application process, deadlines and more.
PDF Download
Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce
The UC Chamber of commerce has a list of resources for small businesses, including applications for financial aid.
https://www.ulsterchamber.org/covid-19-resources/
Ulster County Office of Economic Development
Staff provides resources for business sustainability, assistance with loan and grant applications, and other services.
https://ulstercountyny.gov/economic-development
(845) 340-3556
Congressman Antonio Delgado’s Office
Rep. Delgado has created a resource page for support during the outbreak, including specific support for veterans.
https://delgado.house.gov/coronavirus-resource-guide
(845) 443-2930
Housing Expenses: Mortgages, Rent, Energy Bills
Ulster County Department of Social Services (DSS)
The DSS provides financial assistance and resources related to housing, childcare, energy assistance (HEAP) and more.
https://ulstercountyny.gov/social-services
(845) 334-5000
Family of Woodstock
Offers housing assistance, food location, abuse protection, among other services.
https://www.familyofwoodstockinc.org/
(845) 679-2485
Energy
Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE)
CCE’s Mid-Hudson Community Energy Engagement Program offers energy bill assistance.
MidHudsonEnergyChoices.org
(845) 677-8223 x113
cda37@cornell.edu
Housing/Rent
Real Kingston Tenants Union
Offers information on rent deferment and provides resources and back-up for tenants.
https://www.facebook.com/TheRealKTU/
kingstonnytenantsunion@gmail.com
RUPCO
Assists with tenuous housing situations, and also has a food bank listings page.
https://rupco.org/
(845) 331-2140
